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P942 DTA

1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jan 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,706 mi
Last recorded143,706 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2016
Typical for 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner85,858 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP942 DTA
MakeMitsubishi
ModelSpace Runner
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2016 143,706 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 125,814 miles

eml light on

rear seats missing

Pass 16 Jan 2014 122,404 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Dec 2012 117,476 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2012 117,476 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 113,660 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 6 Dec 2011 113,660 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine management light on

Pass 8 Dec 2010 111,885 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 111,138 miles

Centre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 11 Dec 2008 109,805 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2008 109,805 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 23 Jul 2007 108,695 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2007 108,672 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 27 Jul 2006 101,332 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2006 101,332 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Space Runner?

Based on 18,113 MOT tests across 2,340 vehicles.

66.4%
Pass Rate
4,832
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
2,340
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,458
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,453
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 1,394
Stop lamp not working 814
Steering rack gaiter split 786
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P942 DTA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.0% with a typical mileage of 85,858 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Space Runner fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 1,458 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P942 DTA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Space Runner typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 29 years old, this Mitsubishi Space Runner is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P942 DTA is a 1997 Mitsubishi Space Runner, first registered on 16 April 1997.

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